Spermicides for birth control (contraception, pregnancy prevention)
Spermicides are chemicals that make the sperm unable to function, so we say it "kills" them.
spermicides - foams or creams placed inside the vagina to kill sperm; these may also provide some protection against sexually transmitted diseases, especially when used with a latex condom.
Spermicides: Chemical contraceptives that inactivate and kill sperm and to a certain extent form a barrier over the cervix. Spermicides are more effective when used in conjunction with other contraceptives such as condoms or diaphragms.
Spermicides: Chemical agents that kill sperm; a form of birth control.
Sperm motility: The ability of sperm to move and swim quickly.
Spermicides
Spermicides are agents which impair the ability of sperm to fertilize an egg. This means that spermicides never even reach the developing fetus, since their job is to prevent pregnancy in the first place.
Spermicides come in several different forms: cream, gel, foam, film, and suppositories. Most spermicides contain nonoxynol-9, a chemical that kills sperm.
Spermicides are available without a prescription in drugstores. They contain a chemical that kills sperm. Spermicides are sold in several forms including foam, cream and jelly.
spermicides ~ chemical jellies, foams, creams, or suppositories, inserted into the vagina prior to intercourse that kill sperm.
MoonDragon's Contraception Information - Spermicides
Oral contraceptive use can be resumed 2 weeks after the birth by non-breastfeeding mothers. Nursing mothers can be immediately started on progesterone-only pills for the least hormonal impact.
Use barrier methods of birth control (condoms and/or a diaphragm) and spermicides -- even if you use birth control pills.
Avoid IUDs if you have multiple sexual partners.
Barrier methods include condoms, spermicides, the diaphragm and the cervical cap. Barrier methods prevent pregnancy between 71-98 percent of the time, depending on the type of method used.
Octoxynol 9 - A surface acting chemical that is often used in conjunction with other spermicides for use on contraceptive devices, aimed at preventing pregnancy.
Octuplets - A multiple birth in which eight babies are born from one pregnancy.
spermicides
douches that are too strong or used too frequently
hot tub and swimming pool water
synthetic undergarments without a cotton crotch
rubbing against a bicycle seat
wearing a wet bathing suit for a long period of time
horseback riding ...
Alkylphenol Ethoxylates are found in some laundry detergents, disinfecting cleaners, all-purpose cleaners, spot removers, hair colours and other hair-care products, and spermicides.
The diaphragm must stay in place for six hours after sex and remember that, if you do have sex again before this time is up, you will need to insert more spermicide. For some women, spermicides may cause irritation or an allergic reaction.
pregnancy and the use of oral contraceptives, probably due to an increased blood supply to the cervix as a result of increased hormone levels. Less commonly, cervicitis is caused by sensitivities to certain chemicals, including those in spermicides, ...
It is best to avoid a pap smear if you are menstruating. For two days before your pap smear, you should avoid putting anything into the vagina. This includes tampons, spermicides, foams & creams, vaginal medications, ...
If you have an IUD (intrauterine device) or implants, you can start trying to get pregnant as soon as you have the device removed.
The barrier methods - such as condoms, diaphragms and spermicides - stop working as soon as you stop using them.
 See also: Spermicide, Sperm, Pregnancy, Vagina, Condom
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